Students

Research Support

Our Research Support services are here to help you excel in your academic pursuits. Explore subject-based Research Guides for curated resources and tips specific to your field of study, and take advantage of our tutorials on academic research to enhance your skills.

You can always use our Ask a Librarian service to text, chat, or email a quick question. If you need more personalized research help, schedule a one-on-one research consultation with our knowledgeable librarians. Get guidance on citing sources correctly to ensure your work is properly referenced, and explore our study skills guide to help you develop effective study habits.

Using the Library

Access your library account to manage your checkouts and renewals. If you need to borrow something Cowles Library doesn't have, take advantage of library collections around the world with our Interlibrary Loan and FastTRAC borrowing services, or ask us to purchase it for our collection.

Explore library spaces, whether you need to reserve a meeting space, find a great study spot, or locate a classroom. Use our Floor Maps to guide your way around Cowles Library.

Looking for course-specific services? Find out how to use Course Reserves set aside by your instructor, along with tutoring services like the Writing Center, Speaking Center, and subject-specific tutoring.

Schedule a visit to the University Archives & Special Collections, or explore their wide variety of online archival collections.

Drake Online Programs

Our Online Programs guide offers information about services and resources directed toward online graduate programs, but it can also be useful to any student interested in accessing Cowles services and collections from off campus.

Feedback & Problems

Our Feedback & Problems page provide information about how to report a problem with library resources and services, how to register a formal complaint about the library. If you just want to make a comment or let us know how we're doing, you can use our Feedback Form.